Violence in Africa’s Sahel region attacks the mining food chain
As security costs have risen, mining companies that explore for mineral deposits have shut down projects in the most dangerous areas.
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Glencore, Samsung ink five-year cobalt supply deal
The South Korean battery manufacturer will receive up to 21,000 tonnes of cobalt, mostly coming from the Katanga mine in DRC.
Head of Thyssenkrupp’s steel unit to leave – Handelsblatt
Premal Desai has been leading the division since June 2019.
Endiama searching for partners to make Angola top diamond producer
The African country wants to produce 14 million carats per year by 2022.
Mexican mineworkers march against Americas Gold and Silver Corp.
The Canadian miner rejects the protest action and deems illegal a blockade at its San Rafael mine in Sinaloa.
Crypto sphere begins to feel ill effects of coronavirus outbreak
China has been epicenter for the crypto sector almost since the introduction of Bitcoin in 2009.
Scientists propose framework to mitigate mining’s impact on climate change
There are four major pathways for GHG mitigation in mining.
Cyclone nears Australia’s west with heavy winds, risk of storm tide
Cyclone Damien was expected to make landfall on the west coast near Port Hedland, the world's largest iron ore port.
2020 to be pivotal for coal miners — report
Wood Mackenzie says met coal producers will face mounting pressure as the global lens focuses sharper on the industry.
